12,388 Daycare Centers in California
Browse 12,388 daycare centers across California. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.
Choosing Daycare Centers in California
Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in California can make the decision-making process smoother.
California has about 12,388 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.
Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in California. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.
Daycare Breakdown in California
There are 12,388 daycares in California: 868 headstart facilities, 1,069 before/after school centers, 300 religious facility daycares, and 10,151 childcare and preschool centers.
| Daycare Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Childcare & Pre-school | 10,151 |
| Headstart Programs | 868 |
| Religious / Church Based Daycare | 300 |
| Before or After School | 1,069 |
Religious / Church Based Daycare
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Concordia Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 16603 San Fernando Mission Bl, Granada Hills, CA
- Phone
- (818) 368-0892
Cortez Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1300 N. Dudley Street, Pomona, CA
- Phone
- (909) 397-4740
Ymca-Diamond Pointe Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 24150 Sunset Crossing Road, Diamond Bar, CA
- Phone
- (909) 860-9622
Covina First Baptist Preschool
Church Daycare
- Address
- 200 North Second Ave, Covina, CA
- Phone
- (626) 332-5875
Creative Kid Stop
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1901 Santa Ana Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (323) 567-6543
Diamond Point Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 24150 Sunset Crossing Road, Room 2, Diamond Bar, CA
- Phone
- (909) 397-4740
Dewey School- Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 525 Dewey Avenue, San Gabriel, CA
- Phone
- (626) 573-4121
Discovery Time Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 406 S. 2nd Street, Alhambra, CA
- Phone
- (626) 308-7450
The Doheny School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 968 N. Doheny Dr., West Hollywood, CA
- Phone
- (310) 275-3004
Downey Christian Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10335 Paramount Blvd., Downey, CA
- Phone
- (562) 927-7540
Duarte Usd Preschool-Andres Duarte Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1433 Crestfield Drive, Duarte, CA
- Phone
- (626) 599-5000
Duarte Usd Preschool-Beardslee
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1212 Kellwil Way, Duarte, CA
- Phone
- (626) 599-5120
Duff Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 7830 E. Dorothy Ave., Rosemead, CA
- Phone
- (818) 307-3347
Early Bird Learning Center Of Los Angeles
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6000 West Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 395-3282
Early Stages Enterprises LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10963 S. Western Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 382-4852
East La College Campus Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez, Monterey Park, CA
- Phone
- (323) 265-8717
Graham Memorial Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 949 C Avenue, Coronado, CA
- Phone
- (619) 435-2182
Mason Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10340 San Ramon Drive, San Diego, CA
- Phone
- (858) 271-0410
Mdusd - Clayton Valley Charter High School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1101 Alberta Way, Concord, CA
- Phone
- (925) 682-7474
Meadowlark Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2964 Miranda Avenue, Alamo, CA
- Phone
- (925) 837-8792
Merriewood Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 561 Merriewood Drive, Lafayette, CA
- Phone
- (925) 284-2121
Montessori School Of Agoura
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 28124 Driver Ave., Agoura Hills, CA
- Phone
- (818) 991-8936
Csudh Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1000 E Victoria, Carson, CA
- Phone
- (310) 243-1015
Culver Christian School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 11312 Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
- Phone
- (310) 391-6963
Culver City Uni. Scho. Dist. - El Rincon Elem.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11177 Overland Avenue, Culver City, CA
- Phone
- (310) 842-4332
Culver City Uni. Sch. Dist. - El Marino School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 11450 Port Road, Culver City, CA
- Phone
- (310) 397-7882
Parkwood State Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1150 E. Pecan Avenue, Madera, CA
- Phone
- (559) 673-2500
Delphi Academy Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11341 Brainard Avenue, Lake View Terrace, CA
- Phone
- (818) 583-1070
Desert Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 808 West Newgrove Avenue, Lancaster, CA
- Phone
- (661) 942-0218
Destiny Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 606 W. Arbor Vitae, Inglewood, CA
- Phone
- (310) 674-2744
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Frequently asked questions
There are 12,388 all daycares across California. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in California are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through California's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in California, consider:
- Licensing status and inspection history
- Staff-to-child ratios (California sets minimum requirements by age group)
- Staff qualifications and training
- Safety measures and facility cleanliness
- Parent reviews and Google ratings
- Curriculum and daily schedule
- Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in California vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.